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Cheap flights from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town

IST — CPT
12 Nov — 19 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) to Cape Town (CPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 13 October 2025.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£755
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (£22 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£14 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Cape Town

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cape Town from Istanbul with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town

How far ahead should I book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Istanbul to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 10 October 2025.

The best time to book flights from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town is 48 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town (average of £374). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £733). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IST to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 13 October 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cape Town. Reviews last updated 13 October 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Turkish Airlines from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,007 reviews
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Food

7.4

Crew

7.7

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Leslie,Feb 2025

IST - LAX

Food and staff were nice but difficulty with WIFI, console sound not working. X-cover insurance a scam. Denying purchase of insurance even with proof. Ridiculous.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,007 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,007 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Crew

7.7

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Leslie,Feb 2025

IST - LAX

Food and staff were nice but difficulty with WIFI, console sound not working. X-cover insurance a scam. Denying purchase of insurance even with proof. Ridiculous.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from Istanbul?

    Most people fly into Cape Town Intl (CPT) if they book a flight to Cape Town from Istanbul. On average, Cape Town Intl has 3 inbound flights from Istanbul per day from 0 airlines. Cape Town Intl is conveniently located just 9.7 mi from Cape Town’s city center.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town on time: Thai Airways (77%), Turkish Airlines (77%), IndiGo (77%).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Istanbul to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Istanbul to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Istanbul to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Istanbul to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Istanbul to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Istanbul to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town (average of £374). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £733). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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